

Best for intermediate divers, 20-44m, shore entry.
Carriere de Scouffleny is a flooded quarry in Belgium featuring artificial reef structures and steep quarry walls. This freshwater site reaches depths between 20 and 44 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres. Divers encounter an overhead environment that requires advanced buoyancy and navigation skills. Visibility is variable, ranging from 2 to 10 metres, and a thermocline is present. The site is suitable for intermediate divers who should carry a torch and reel. Facilities include parking, toilets, air fills, and an on-site dive shop. The habitat supports various temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
50.55765, 4.19825
The site has air fills, a dive shop, parking, and toilets on site, making it a convenient day trip without needing to haul a full kit from elsewhere. Given the variable visibility and overhead sections, bring a torch and a reel regardless of your planned route.
A clean and clear path leads to a large flat parking area near the entry point. The entry is located at the south of the site with a short, slightly sloped path to the water.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-44m
Visibility
2-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
60 min
The site supports temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region, including various species of fish and freshwater sponges.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the deep water, overhead environments, and variable visibility.
The site ranges from 20 to 44 metres deep, with an average depth of 30 metres.
Entry to the water is from the shore.
Visibility ranges from 2 to 10 metres and a thermocline is present. Divers should be prepared for low-light conditions and potential entanglement hazards.
Diving at Carriere de Scouffleny in Ecaussines requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.